Is it common to share rooms with other participants?

Sharing accommodations may occur, but you can also request a private room for an additional fee.

Are there any age restrictions for this tour?

There are no strict age limits, but we recommend the tour for adults and families with children over a certain age for comfort.

Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

Travel insurance is not included, but we highly recommend purchasing it for your trip.

What kinds of meals are provided during the tour?

Meals provided will typically include breakfast, and you can expect local cuisines while enjoying the tour.

What is the maximum group size for the tour?

The maximum group size varies by tour, but we typically maintain a comfortable number for an enjoyable experience.

What is the cancellation policy for deposits?

Deposits are non-refundable, but the full amount is locked in once you confirm your booking.

What are the payment options for booking the tour?

You can make payments using various methods including credit cards and bank transfers.

Are hotels on the tour equipped with swimming pools? Is the rainy season likely to disrupt the tour in November?

Most hotels have swimming pools. November is not during the rainy season in India, which is from June to Mid-September, so tour should not be disrupted.

What should I do if I need to cancel my tour?

In the event of a cancellation, please be aware of our cancellation policy which details the fees based on the timeframe of the cancellation.

what are you cancellation policies and if we put down a deposit is the price locked in?

CANCELLATION POLICY: 100 days or more before date of departure: 10% of total tour cost 99 - 60 days before date of departure: 50% of total tour cost 59 - 0 days before date of departure: 100% of total tour cost

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Operator: Golden Triangle India Tours
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 1 - 10
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Chennai
Start point
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Chennai.)
Accommodation
Hotel (Emarald or Similar)
Day 2
Chennai
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Emarald or Similar)
Included Activities
- Full day guided tour of Chennai
- Visit Marina Beach
- Visit Kapaleeshwar Temple
- Visit Fort St.George
- Visit Santhome Cathedral
- Visit National Art Gallery
- Visit St.Mary's Church
- Visit Anna Zoological Park
- Visit Birla Planetarium
- Visit People's Park
- Visit Kalakshetra
- Visit Theosophical Society
Landmarks
Marina Beach
Kapaleeshwar Temple
Fort St.George
Santhome Cathedral
National Art Gallery
St.Mary's Church
Anna Zoological Park
Birla Planetarium
People's Park
Kalakshetra
Theosophical Society
Day 3
Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Annamalai International or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Thirukadalmallai
- Visit Shore Temple
- Visit Pancha Pandava Rathas
- Visit Arjuna's Penance
- Visit Caves in Mahabalipuram
- Visit Krishna's Butterball
Landmarks
Thirukadalmallai
Shore Temple
Pancha Pandava Rathas
Arjuna's Penance
Krishna's Butterball
Day 4
Pondicherry
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Annamalai International or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Aurobindo Ashram
- Visit Botanical Garden
- Visit Memorial House
- Visit Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
- Visit Varadharaja Perumal Temple
- Boating at Chunnambar Backwater
- Visit beaches of Pondicherry
Landmarks
Aurobindo Ashram
Botanical Garden
Memorial House
Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
Varadharaja Perumal Temple
Chunnambar Backwater
Day 5
Pondicherry - Thanjavur
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Gnanam or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Schwartz Church
- Visit Sivaganga Gardens
- Visit Lord Murugan Temple
- Visit Sangeetha Mahal
Landmarks
Schwartz Church
Sivaganga Gardens
Lord Murugan Temple
Sangeetha Mahal
Day 6
Thanjavur - Trichy - Madurai
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Madurai Residency or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Rock Fort Temple
- Visit Jambukeswarar Temple
- Visit Srirangam Temple
Landmarks
Rock Fort Temple
Jambukeswarar Temple
Srirangam Temple
Day 7
Madurai
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Madurai Residency or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple
- Visit Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple
- Visit Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple
- Visit Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
- Visit Alagar Kovil
- Visit Gandhi Museum
Landmarks
Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple
Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple
Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple
Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
Alagar Kovil
Gandhi Museum
Day 8
Madurai - Periyar
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Periyar Meadows or Similar)
Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 9
Periyar
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Periyar Meadows or Similar)
Included Activities
- Bamboo Rafting at Periyar
- Border Hiking at Periyar
- Elephant safari at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Visit Kumily
- Visit Mangaladevi Temple
- Boat ride at Periyar Lake
Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Mangaladevi Temple
Day 10
Periyar - Kumarakom
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Kumarakom Heritage or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
- Enjoy backwaters of Kumarakom
Optional Activities
- Traditional Ayurvedic massage at a local spa
Landmarks
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Vembanad Lake
Day 11
Kumarakom - Alleppey
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Houseboat), Dinner (Dinner at Houseboat)
Accommodation
Houseboat (Standard House Boat)
Included Activities
- Houseboat journey through backwaters and lagoons of Alleppey
Day 12
Alleppey - Kochi
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Abad Atrium or Similar)
Included Activities
- Half day guided tour of Kochi
- Visit Fort Kochi
- Visit Marine Drive
- Visit Hill Palace
- Visit St.Francis Church
- Visit Dutch Palace
- Visit Pareekshit Thampuran Museum
- Visit Pallipuram Fort
- Visit Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
- Visit Bolgatty Island
- Visit Indo Portuguese Museum
Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Marine Drive
Hill Palace
St.Francis Church
Dutch Palace
Pareekshit Thampuran Museum
Pallipuram Fort
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
Bolgatty Island
Indo Portuguese Museum
Day 13
Kochi
End point
Kochi, Kerala, India (Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Kochi.)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Marina Beach
Kapaleeshwar Temple
Fort St.George
Santhome Cathedral
National Art Gallery
St.Mary's Church
Anna Zoological Park
Birla Planetarium
People's Park
Kalakshetra
Theosophical Society

Landmarks
Thirukadalmallai
Shore Temple
Pancha Pandava Rathas
Arjuna's Penance
Krishna's Butterball

Landmarks
Aurobindo Ashram
Botanical Garden
Memorial House
Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
Varadharaja Perumal Temple
Chunnambar Backwater

Landmarks
Schwartz Church
Sivaganga Gardens
Lord Murugan Temple
Sangeetha Mahal

Landmarks
Rock Fort Temple
Jambukeswarar Temple
Srirangam Temple

Landmarks
Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple
Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple
Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple
Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
Alagar Kovil
Gandhi Museum

Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Mangaladevi Temple

Landmarks
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Vembanad Lake

Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Marine Drive
Hill Palace
St.Francis Church
Dutch Palace
Pareekshit Thampuran Museum
Pallipuram Fort
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
Bolgatty Island
Indo Portuguese Museum

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day 5
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Days 8, 9
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day 10
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day 11
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day 12
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Number of tours

319

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1 to 90 years old

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Reviews from other tours by Golden Triangle India Tours

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4.6

Geoffrey
April 14th, 2026
5.0
Amazing trip, wonderful memories.
Volker
April 14th, 2026
5.0
Fantastic experience guides were professional, patient, and knowledgeable. I appreciated the attention to detail and...
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Jennifer
April 12th, 2026
4.0
A good trip that covered many areas of southern India. From the coastal areas to the mountains, we saw something of...
A good trip that covered many areas of southern India. From the coastal areas to the mountains, we saw something of everything. All hotels up to standard, although the food availability at the hotel in Thekkady was not good due to the gas shortages as a result of the war. The dining room was very dark and the wait staff not particularly interested. Probably the worst meal of our entire 5 week trip. Swimming pool at this hotel was also not very good and needed a good clean. The beds in all the hotels were very good and the rooms were comfortable though some did not have fridges. The guides were good, though some places we did not have a guide and the driver's English was limited. The boat trip at Alleppey was particularly good especially since it was a cruise for just the two of us. Did not go on the safari in Perriyar as it was very expensive given the small number of tigers in such a large area. No water provided. Didn't see any of the view at Dolphin Point due to the early morning fog.Show more

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Marianne
Asked on January 26th, 2025
Is it common to share rooms with other participants?
Accommodation
Group size
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  Sharing accommodations may occur, but you can also request a private room for an additional fee.
I
Ines
Asked on January 24th, 2025
Are there any age restrictions for this tour?
Age Range
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  There are no strict age limits, but we recommend the tour for adults and families with children over a certain age for comfort.
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Yvonne
Asked on January 14th, 2025
Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
Travel Support
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  Travel insurance is not included, but we highly recommend purchasing it for your trip.
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Natalia
Asked on January 14th, 2025
What kinds of meals are provided during the tour?
Meals
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  Meals provided will typically include breakfast, and you can expect local cuisines while enjoying the tour.
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Suzy
Asked on December 14th, 2024
What is the maximum group size for the tour?
Group size
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written December 2024
  The maximum group size varies by tour, but we typically maintain a comfortable number for an enjoyable experience.
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Gunter
Asked on August 16th, 2024
What is the cancellation policy for deposits?
Payments
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written August 2024
  Deposits are non-refundable, but the full amount is locked in once you confirm your booking.
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Jana
Asked on July 30th, 2024
What are the payment options for booking the tour?
Payments
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written August 2024
  You can make payments using various methods including credit cards and bank transfers.
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Dawn
Asked on June 17th, 2024
Are hotels on the tour equipped with swimming pools? Is the rainy season likely to disrupt the tour in November?
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Tour Details
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written June 2024
  Most hotels have swimming pools. November is not during the rainy season in India, which is from June to Mid-September, so tour should not be disrupted.
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  Dawn
  Traveler•Written June 2024
  Can you provide a list of the individual hotels on the tour?
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written June 2024
  Here are the hotels on the tour: Maurya International - Chennai, Du Parc - A Heritage Villa - Pondicherry, Oriental Towers - Thanjavur, JC Residency - Madurai, Woodnote - Periyar, Renai Resort - Kumarakom, Standard House Boat - Alleppey, Fort Castle - Kochi
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Chemin
Asked on May 28th, 2024
What should I do if I need to cancel my tour?
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- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written May 2024
  In the event of a cancellation, please be aware of our cancellation policy which details the fees based on the timeframe of the cancellation.
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Virginia
Asked on April 18th, 2024
what are you cancellation policies and if we put down a deposit is the price locked in?
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- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written April 2024
  CANCELLATION POLICY:
  
  100 days or more before date of departure: 10% of total tour cost
  
  99 - 60 days before date of departure: 50% of total tour cost
  
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  Virginia
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  are the prices locked in at discount price once a deposit is made?
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written April 2024
  Yes, the price will be locked after making the booking.

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- Typhoid - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for India. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for India. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for India. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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- For any tour departing before August 4th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 4th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Golden Triangle India Tours. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 110 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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